• Junk Journaling                     Contemplative

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Junk Journaling                     Contemplative Friday  October 10th 1:00-2:30pm $15.00 Discover the joy of junk journaling—a creative, low-pressure way to turn scraps, memories, and everyday materials into something beautiful and meaningful. Using old book pages, fabric bits, envelopes, tags, found paper, and other donated or salvaged materials, […]

    $15.00
  • An Evening with Sourdough

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    An Evening with Sourdough  $40.00 Friday, October 10th 6:00pm-8:00pm Join us for a relaxed, hands-on class where we’ll explore the magic of sourdough together. We’ll start by demystifying the myths and rules that often make sourdough feel intimidating, and instead discover how this ancient craft can be simple, forgiving, and full of joy. What you’ll […]

    $40.00
  • Button Birds- Crow

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

          Saturday October 11th 10:00am -12:00pm $30.00 Join us for a relaxing, nature-inspired crafting session where we’ll create charming button art birds using upcycled materials, with a special focus on the Crow. Crows have long been symbols of mystery, magic, and intelligence — and in this hands-on workshop, we’re celebrating all things spooky […]

    $30.00
  • Create Your Own Flower Pot Pumpkin

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Create Your Own Flower Pot Pumpkin   $25.00 Saturday, October 11th 1:00pm-2:30pm   Embrace the season with a touch of rustic charm! Join us for a fun-filled afternoon where we’ll transform ordinary pumpkins into extraordinary planters. Using farm-fresh pumpkins and beautiful, locally grown flowers, you’ll create a unique and festive centerpiece that’s bursting with autumnal […]

    $25.00
  • Beautiful Bugs: Assemblage Art from Broken Treasures

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Beautiful Bugs: Assemblage Art from Broken Treasures $25.00 Create whimsical insects from forgotten bits and shiny pieces! Wednesday October 15th 10:00-12:00 In this imaginative mixed-media workshop, we’ll bring new life to broken jewelry, buttons, wire, and other found objects — by transforming them into one-of-a-kind bug sculptures! No experience needed — just a love for […]

    $25.00
  • Altered Deck Contemplative

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Altered Deck Contemplative $10.00    Thursday October 16th 12:00-1:00pm   Take your lunch break with us to unwind, slow down, and tap into your creative intuition in this peaceful workshop.Transform ordinary playing cards into beautiful, personal works of art—each one a small canvas for self-expression, reflection, and calm. Using simple mixed media techniques—such as collage, paint, […]

    $10.00
  • Ghost Banner Workshop

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Ghost Banner Workshop $15.00Create a spooky-cute ghost banner using vintage sheet music or scrap fabric! Thursday October 16th 6:00pm-7:30pm Get into the spooky spirit with this hands-on workshop! In this class, you’ll create a charming ghost garland perfect for Halloween decor. You’ll get to choose your own creative path: Option 1: Transform vintage sheet music […]

    $15.00
  • Documentary & A Discussion: The Quilters

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Documentary & A Discussion: The Quilters $15.00 Friday October 17th 1:00pm-3:00pm   When you picture a group of people getting together to quilt in community, who do you typically envision? The Quilters is a short documentary about a restorative justice program at the South Central Correctional Facility. Learn about the struggles and triumphs of this […]

    $15.00
  • Witchy Bottles & Poison Jars: A Halloween Upcycling Workshop

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Witchy Bottles & Poison Jars: A Halloween Upcycling Workshop $25.00 Transform old jars and bottles into spooky showstoppers — just in time for the Nightmare Market! Friday October 17th 6:00pm-8:00pm Join us the night before the city’s Nightmare Market  for an evening of eerie creativity! In this hands-on upcycling workshop, we’ll turn old bottles and […]

    $25.00
  • Book Page Pumpkin: A Mindful Crafting Escape

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Book Page Pumpkin: A Mindful Crafting Escape    $20.00 CONTEMPLATIVE Saturday October 18th 10:00am-11:30am   Transform an old book into a charming fall decoration. In this contemplative class, you’ll learn the satisfying art of book folding to create your own unique pumpkin centerpiece. Come unwind and discover the joy of mindful crafting as you make […]

    $20.00
  • Craft a Keepsake: The Autumn Bookfold Bouquet

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Craft a Keepsake: The Autumn Bookfold Bouquet $30.00 Saturday October 18th 1:00pm-3:00pm   Calling all book lovers & creative crafters! Transform a beloved book into a stunning floral centerpiece. In this unique workshop, you’ll learn the art of book folding to create a beautiful, vase-like sculpture, then craft a complementary faux floral arrangement to display […]

    $30.00
  • Renew & Create: A Pinecone Flower Workshop

    Thrifty Connections 158 Lafayette Street, Schenectady, NY, United States

    Renew & Create: A Pinecone Flower Workshop $10.00 CONTEMPLATIVE Thursday October 23, 2025 12:00pm-1:00pm   Escape the noise and reconnect with your creative side in this quiet and contemplative workshop. We’ll turn ordinary pinecones from nature into beautiful, vibrant flowers, giving new life to forgotten treasures. This class is designed to be a peaceful and […]

    $10.00